Last updated: May 2026
1. Scope
This policy applies to all pages served under the domain mapleharvestline.eu. It describes what information the site collects, how it is used, and the options available to visitors regarding that information.
2. Information Collected
Contact Form
When a visitor submits the contact form, the following fields are collected: full name, email address, and phone number. This information is used solely to respond to the submitted inquiry. It is not sold, rented, or transferred to third parties.
Cookies and Local Storage
The site stores a single entry in the browser's localStorage to record whether a visitor has responded to the cookie notice. No cookies are set for advertising, retargeting, or cross-site tracking. No third-party analytics scripts are loaded by default.
Server Logs
Web server software may automatically record standard access log data including IP address, browser type, referring URL, and timestamp. This data is retained for security and diagnostic purposes and is not linked to personal identifiers.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Processing of contact form data is based on the legitimate interest of responding to a submitted inquiry. localStorage use for the cookie preference is based on technical necessity. Visitors in the European Economic Area may have additional rights under Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).
4. Data Retention
Contact form submissions are retained only for the duration required to address the inquiry and are not stored in a persistent database connected to this site. Server access logs are subject to the retention policy of the hosting provider.
5. Third-Party Links
This site links to external sources including the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the International Olive Council, and ISMEA. These organisations operate under their own privacy policies. MapleHarvestLine has no control over their data practices.
6. Rights of Visitors
Visitors may request information about personal data held in relation to a submitted inquiry, request deletion of that data, or withdraw consent where applicable. Requests can be submitted via the contact form on the homepage.
7. Changes to This Policy
This policy may be updated to reflect changes in applicable law or site functionality. The date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.
8. Cookie Banner
A cookie notice is displayed on the homepage to inform visitors of localStorage use. Clicking "Reject" prevents any optional data retention from being activated. The site remains fully functional regardless of the choice made.
9. Disclaimer
The content on mapleharvestline.eu is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute professional agronomic advice. Information is drawn from publicly available sources and field documentation. No guarantees are made regarding the accuracy or completeness of the material presented.